Aberdeen interim manager Peter Leven rushed to hospital for emergency procedure

Aberdeen interim manager Peter Leven will miss the match against St Johnstone after being rushed to hospital for an emergency procedure.

The Pittodrie club say the 40-year-old is expected to make a “full and swift” recovery after a successful operation.

Youth team coach Scott Anderson will step into the dugout for Saturday’s game.

Leven has stepped up as interim manager for the second time this season, taking charge of the first team following the departure of Neil Warnock. Swedish manager Jimmy Thelin has already been appointed as the club’s new permanent manager and will take up his post in the summer.

An Aberdeen statement read: “Interim head coach Peter Leven was last night admitted to hospital where he underwent an emergency procedure.

“The operation was a success, and we expect Peter to make a full and swift recovery.

“Scott Anderson, alongside Craig Samson, Jonny Hayes and Stuart Duff, will lead the team for the match this afternoon against St Johnstone.

“Peter, who prepared training all week, will be in contact with his staff throughout the afternoon.

“Everyone at AFC sends their best wishes to Peter and we look forward to seeing him back at the training ground next week.”